Family and friends will gather for a graveside funeral service for Mrs. Betty Larkins Hale, age 101 of Charlotte at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 27, 2017 at the Corlew Cemetery, Corlew Cemetery Road, Charlotte. Rev. Bob Hammer will officiate and Ronnie Spain will offer a vocal selection. There will be no visitation prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor Funeral Home. Mrs. Hale died Tuesday at her home.

Born in Dickson County, Betty was the daughter of the late Dr. Herbert E. and Eva Wilma Corlew Larkins. She graduated high school and college to achieve certification as a physical therapist. She separated from service in the U. S. Army on January 5, 1946 with an Honorable Discharge and rank of First Lieutenant. Betty was recipient of ATO Ribbon, WAC Service Ribbon, and WWII Victory Medal. She was married to Albert William Hale, who preceded her in death. She continued her work in physical therapy as a civilian at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Nashville until her retirement. Betty was a member of the Baptist Church.

Betty requested, “Please, no flowers.” The family has suggested that memorials be made to Breast Cancer Research.